Mark Thorne is a highly accomplished finance professional with over two decades of experience. Thorne studied Mathematics and Chemistry at the University of Southampton, where he earned first-class degrees in both subjects. He began his career as a Graduate at Deloitte and then worked in various financial roles at BSkyB, including Financial Analyst, Financial Controller, Head of Finance, and Head of Group Finance. Thorne worked in Finance Director positions at News UK and Wireless Group Ltd. He plans on taking a career break and has previously taken one as well.

Thorne's expertise lies in finance, accounting, and group management. His educational background in Mathematics and Chemistry shows his aptitude for complex problem-solving and analytical thinking. He has held leadership roles in both large and small organizations, giving him a broad range of experience in corporate finance, financial operations, and strategic planning.